Stop. Do not click. Do not call that number.
Here’s how to stop them for good.
You’re browsing the web when suddenly your screen freezes. A flashing red alert screams: “YOUR COMPUTER HAS BEEN INFECTED WITH 5 VIRUSES! CALL THIS NUMBER IMMEDIATELY.” how to stop virus pop-ups
These frightening “virus” pop-ups are almost always scams—a tactic called “scareware.” Their goal isn’t to protect you, but to trick you into calling a fake support line, paying for worthless software, or giving remote access to your computer. paying for worthless software